Two years after the Russian aggression over Ukraine, the war mosaic is evenly split. There are tales of valour and resilience by the Ukrainians and, likewise, one of strategic excellence as far as the Russians are concerned. The dilemma whatsoever is with Europe and the United States, as they have not been able to stand…
Security expert by day, poet and writer by night, Haya Fatima Sehgal explores social issues and cultural dilemmas Haya Fatima Sehgal is an artist, author and poet who has recently launched two books. Her compilation of articles titled Resilient Pakistan was recently launched at the Quaid-e-Azam House, where she discussed her book in a panel…
The concept of National Interest is very important in terms of international relations because it provides the data and material upon which foreign policy of any nation is defined and evolved. The national interest is a sovereign state’s set goals and ambitions such as social development, health, education, economy, military industrial complex, national security, etc….
Individual and collective social evolution is an interesting area of study. Famous historian Will Durant summarizes this process as “in ages of poverty and chaos, the will to believe is paramount, for courage is the one thing needful; in ages of wealth, the intellectual powers come to the fore as offering preferment and progress; consequently,…
Suicide AttacksAt least 17 people were killed and 31 others sustained injuries in a suicide attack at the campaign office of Asfandyar Kakar, an independent candidate of PB-47 for Balochistan Assembly, in Khanozai union council of Pishin District on February 7, reports Dawn. Pishin District’s deputy commissioner, Jumma Dad Mandokhail, said the explosive material was…
Forward: Extract from 13th volume (Terms of Frustration) of Ikram Sehgal’s“A Personal Chronicles of Pakistan” I am pleased to introduce Volume 13 in the series entitled A Personal Chronicle of Pakistan, written by my dear friend Ikram Sehgal. This volume covers the years 2021-2022. Itpresents an important and insightful perspective on the daily events that…
For two decades, the Pathfinder Group has built an impressive tradition of hosting the Pakistan Breakfast at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos. This year’s gathering carried extra weight, commemorating twenty years of fostering connections between Pakistan and the global stage. The Pakistan Pavilion drew in a diverse array of entrepreneurs and members of…
Sir, 20th year in a row. Well, you’ve been coming for 30 years now? Yes. Actually this is my 31st year but 30 years as a member. The first time I came with a government delegation here, then I became a member. But the main thing is the Pakistan Breakfast, this is the 20th year….
The Pathfinder Group and Karachi Council on Foreign Relations (KCFR) organized an event “Investing in Pakistan Lunch” on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at the Pakistan Pavilion in Davos, Switzerland during the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting at the Morosani Posthotel. The event was moderated by Haya Fatima Sehgal, renowned author of “Resilient Pakistan.” Among the…
His Highness Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, Cabinet Member and Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, UAE has been an integral part of my life for more than 25 years now. The very important portfolio of Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence was established by Government Decree in February 2016 by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid…
